We offer an assortment of free and confidential services to Bruce County entrepreneurs and business owners to ease your path on your new journey. Bruce County is where possible happens – starting here where it’s easy to find.
Consultations
Bruce County offers free one-on-one consultations to help you start or grow your business. In addition to general support for start-up, expansion and succession questions, we can help you with specific topics such as:
- General start-up, expansion, and succession questions
- Business registrations
- Business plans
- Marketing strategies
- Market research
- Financials
- Human resources/staffing
- Zoning, permits, regulations, and licenses
Book a free consultation with the business development coordinator who works in your community.
Training and Education
Our free seminars and workshops offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to expand their knowledge on numerous topics including:
- Writing a business plan
- Financials and bookkeeping
- Marketing/target market
- Human resources/staffing
- Digital marketing
- Online shopping
- Retail management
- Operations
- General start-up and expansion information
- Succession planning
Visit the training and events tab to register for upcoming seminars, workshops or events.
Grants
The Business to Bruce Team, working under Bruce County’s Economic Development department in partnership with the Province of Ontario, offers multiple no-cost grant opportunities for Bruce County businesses:
- Programs for future entrepreneurs of all skill level
- Summer Company Plus
- Starter Company Plus
- Knowledge on other local grants and loans
To get the business support you need, contact the Business to Bruce team today.
